Philips VLX, Vari-Lite VLX User Manual
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VLX™ Wash Luminaire User’s Manual
VLX™ Wash Luminaire User’s Manual
How To Obtain Warranty Service
A copy of the Vari-Lite Limited Warranty was included in the shipping package for this
VARI ❋LITE® product.
To obtain warranty service, please contact customer service at 1-877-VARI-LITE (1-877-827-4548),
+1-214-647-7880, or customerservice@genlytecontrols.com and request a Return Material
Authorization (RMA) for warranty service. You will need to provide the model and serial number of
the item being returned, a description of the problem or failure and the name of the registered user or
organization. If available, you should have your sales invoice to establish the date of sale as the
beginning of the warranty period.
Once you obtain the RMA, pack the unit in a secure shipping container or in its original packing box.
Go to the Vari-Lite web site www.vari-lite.com, click on the Support link, and download the RMA
form. Put the completed RMA form in shipping container along with a copy of your invoice (if
available). Write the RMA number legibly on or near the shipping address label and return the unit,
freight prepaid to:
Vari-Lite
Attention: Warranty Service (RMA#___________)
10911 Petal Street
Dallas, Texas 75238 USA
FOREWORD
As stated in the warranty, it is required that the shipment be insured and FOB our service center.
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Compliance Notice
FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device
pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when this equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with Vari-Lite system, service, and safety guidelines, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
Declaration of Conformity
We declare, under our sole responsibility, that this product complies with the relevant clauses of the
following standards and harmonized documents:
Safety
EN 60598-1:2000 Luminaire Safety Standard, General Requirements
EN 60598-2-17:1989/A2: 1991 Specification for Luminaires for Stage and Studio Lighting
EMC
EN 61000-6-4:2001 Emission Standard for industrial environments
We certify that the product conforms to the protection requirements of council directives: 73/23/EEC
(LVD) and 89/336/EEC (EMC)
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Safety Notice
It is extremely important to read ALL safety information and instructions provided in this manual and
any accompanying documentation before installing and operating the products described herein. Heed
all cautions and warnings during installation and use of this product.
Safety symbols used throughout this manual are as follows:
GENERAL INFORMATION PERT AINING T O PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
FIRE, EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE UV RADIATION, AND INJURY TO PERSONS CAN BE
FOUND BELOW.
WARNING:
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE
1. VARI❋LITE® luminaires have been designed for use with specific lamp types. The VLX™
Wash Luminaire uses special LED devices. Installing another type of light sources may be
hazardous.
2. Luminaires may be mounted on any type of surface as long as mounting instructions are followed.
See instructions detailed in this manual.
3. Note distance requirement from combustible materials or illuminated objects for VARI❋LITE®
luminaires.
FOREWORD
CAUTION advising of potential damage to product.
WARNING advising of potential injury or death to persons.
WARNING:
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK
1. VARI❋LITE® luminaires are designed for dry locations only. Exposure to rain or moisture may
damage luminaire.
2. Disconnect power before servicing any VARI❋LITE® equipment.
3. Servicing to be performed by qualified personnel only.
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WARNING:
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST EXCESSIVE EXPOSURE
TO UV RADIATION
1. Many VARI❋LITE® luminaires use a lamp that produces UV radiation. DO NOT look directly at
lamp.
2. It is hazardous to operate luminaires without lens or shield. Shields, lenses, or ultraviolet screens
shall be changed if they have become visibly damaged to such an extent that their effectiveness is
impaired. For example, by cracks or deep scratches.
WARNING:
INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST INJURY TO PERSONS
1. Exterior surfaces of the luminaire will be hot during operation. Use appropriate safety equipment
(gloves, eye protection, etc.) when handling and adjusting hot equipment and components.
2. Luminaires will have a hot lamp when operating. Disconnect power and allow lamp to cool before
replacing.
3. Arc lamps emit ultraviolet radiation which can cause serious skin burn and eye inflammation.
Additionally, arc lamps operate under high pressure at very high temperatures. Should the lamp
break, there can exist a danger of personal injury and/or fire from broken lamp particles being
discharged.
4. Wear eye protection when relamping.
5. Appropriate safety equipment (gloves, eye protection) should be used when handling damaged
lamps.
6. If lamp is touched with bare hands, clean lamp with denatured alcohol and wipe with lint-free
cloth before installing or powering up the luminaire.
7. The lamp shall be changed if it has become damaged or thermally deformed.
WARNING:
RF INTERFERENCE
1. This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in
which case, the user may be required to take adequate measures.
ARC LAMP CHARACTERISTIC CONSIDERATIONS
1. Arc lamps require a period of time to relight after a power interruption or a severe voltage dip. In
some cases, lamp will automatically relight after it has cooled depending on Lamp Power-Up State
configuration setting.
2. Burning position is Universal.
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Sicherheitshinweise
Es ist äußerst wichtig, ALLE Sicherheitsinformationen und -hinweise in diesem Handbuch und dem
beiliegenden Informationsmaterial zu lesen, bevor Sie die hierin beschriebenen Produkte installieren
bzw. bedienen. Halten Sie bei der Installation und dem Einsatz dieses Produkts alle Warnhinweise und
Vorsichtsmaßnahmen ein.
Folgende Sicherheitssymbole werden in diesem Handbuch verwendet:
VORSICHT - weist auf möglichen Produktschaden hin.
WARNUNG - weist auf mögliche Körperverletzung und Lebensbedrohung hin.
NACHSTEHEND FINDEN SIE ALLGEMEINE HINWEISE ÜBER
SICHERHEITSVORKEHRUNGEN GEGEN ELEKTROSCHOCK, FEUER, ÜBERHÖHTE UVSTRAHLUNG UND KÖRPERVERLETZUNGEN.
WARNUNG:
HINWEISE ZUM FEUERSCHUTZ
1. VARI❋LITE®-Scheinwerfer sind ausschließlich für den Einsatz mit bestimmten Lampentyps.
Achten Sie auf den Lampentyp (LED), bevor Sie die jeweiligen Lampen ersetzen. Die Installation
eines anderen Lampentyps kann gefährlich sein.
2. Scheinwerfer können auf jeder beliebigen Oberfläche montiert werden, solange Sie die
Montageanweisungen befolgen. Detaillierte Hinweise finden Sie in diesem Handbuch.
3. Beachten Sie die Einhaltung des erforderlichen Sicherheitsabstandes der VARI❋LITE®-
Scheinwerfer von brennbarem Material oder beleuchteten Objekten.
FOREWORD
WARNUNG:
HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN ELEKTROSCHOCK
1. VARI❋LITE®-Scheinwerfer eignen sich ausschließlich für trockene Standorte. Regen oder
Feuchtigkeit können die Scheinwerfer beschädigen.
2. Unterbrechen Sie die Stromzufuhr, bevor Sie mit der Arbeit an VARI❋LITE®-Geräten beginnen.
3. Die Geräte sollten nur von qualifiziertem Personal gewartet werden.
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WARNUNG:
HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN ÜBERHÖHTE UV-STRAHLUNG
1. Viele VARI❋LITE®-Scheinwerfer verwenden die Lampentyp, der UV-Strahlen abgibt.
SCHAUEN SIE NICHT direkt in die Lampe.
2. Es ist gefährlich, Leuchten ohne Linsen oder Blenden zu bedienen. Blenden, Linse n oder
Ultraviolettschirme müssen ausgetauscht werden, sofern deren Schutzwirkung durch sichtbare
Beschädigung (z. B. Sprünge oder Schrammen) eingeschränkt ist.
WARNUNG:
HINWEISE ZUM SCHUTZ GEGEN KÖRPERVERLETZUNGEN
1. Bei Betrieb sind die Außenflächen der Scheinwerfer heiß. Verwenden Sie bei der Bedienung von
aufgeheizter Apparatur die jeweils geeignete Sicherheitsausrüstung (Handschuhe, Augenschutz
etc.).
2. Bei Betrieb der Scheinwerfer ist die Lampe heiß. Unterbrechen Sie die Stromzufuhr und lassen Sie
die Lampe abkühlen, wenn Sie diese austauschen.
3. Bogenlampen senden ultraviolette Strahlen aus, die Hautverbrennungen und Augenentzündungen
verursachen können. Der Betrieb von Bogenlampen erfolgt unter Hochdruck und bei hohen
Temperaturen. Sollte die Lampe zerbrechen, besteht die Gefahr von Körperverletzung bzw. von
Feuer, das von Lampenteilen ausgelöst werden kann.
4. Tragen Sie beim Austausch der Lampen einen Augenschutz.
5. Die geeignete Sicherheitsausrüstung (Handschuhe, Augenschutz) sollte beim Umgang mit
beschädigten Lampen verwendet werden.
6. Wenn die Lampe mit bloßen Händen berührt wird, reinigen Sie sie mit denaturiertem Alkohol und
einem flusenfreien Tuch, bevor Sie die Scheinwerfer installieren oder in Betrieb nehmen.
7. Wenn die Lampe beschädigt oder durch Hitzeeinwirkung deformiert ist, muß diese ausgetauscht
werden.
WARNUNG:
HF-INTERFERENZ
1. Es handelt sich um ein Produkt der Klasse A. In einer Wohnumgebung kann das Produkt Hochfrequenzstörungen verursachen. In diesem Fall müssen eventuell geeignete Maßnahmen getroffen
werden.
BESONDERHEITEN VON BOGENLAMPEN
1. Bogenlampen benötigen eine gewisse Zeitdauer, um nach einem Stromausfall oder einem
Spannungsgefälle wieder aufzuleuchten. In einigen Fällen wird die Lampe nach Abkühlung
automatisch wieder aufleuchten, je nach der Systemkonfigurationseinstellung des Lampeneinschaltungsstatus.
2. Die Brennposition ist Universal.
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Notes de sécurité
Avant de procéder à l’installation des produits décrits dans ce guide et de les mettre en marche, il est
extrêmement important de lire TOUS les renseignements et TOUTES les directives de sécurité
contenues dans ce guide ainsi que toute documentation jointe. Tenir compte de tous les avertissements
et suivre toutes les précautions pendant l’installation et l’utilisation de cet appareil.
Les symboles de sécurité utilisés dans ce guide sont les suivants :
ATTENTION Ce symbole annonce que l’appareil risque d’être endommagé.
AVERTISSEMENT Ce symbole annonce qu’il y a risque d’accident grave ou même fatal.
CETTE SECTION CONTIENT DES INFORMATIONS GÉNÉRALES POUR SE PROTÉGER
CONTRE LES DÉCHARGES ÉLECTRIQUES , LES INCENDIES, L’EXPOSITION EXCESSIVE
AUX RAYONS UV ET TOUT AUTRE ACCIDENT POUVANT ENTRAÎNER DES BLESSURES.
FOREWORD
AVERTISSEMENT:
DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE LES INCENDIES
1. Les luminaires VARI❋LITE® ont été conçus pour être utilisés uniquement avec certaines type de
lampes. Vérifier le type de lampe (LED) avant de remplacer les lampes. L’installation d’un autre
type de lampe peut poser un danger.
2. Les luminaires peuvent être fixés sur tout type de surface tant que les directives de montage sont
respectées. Voir les explications détaillées dans ce guide.
3. Vérifier la distance à respecter entre les matériaux combustibles ou les objets illuminés et les
luminaires VARI❋LITE®.
AVERTISSEMENT:
DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE LES DÉCHARGES ÉLECTRIQUES
1. Les luminaires VARI❋LITE® sont conçus pour une utilisation au sec uniquement. Une
exposition à la pluie et à l’humidité risque d’endommager le luminaire.
2. Débrancher l’appareil avant de procéder à la révision de tout matériel VARI❋LITE®.
3. Les révisions doivent être effectuées uniquement par des personnes qualifiées.
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AVERTISSEMENT:
DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE UNE EXPOSITION EXCESSIVE AUX
RAYONS UV
1. Plusieurs luminaires VARI❋LITE® utilisent une lampe qui produit des rayons UV. NE PAS fixer
son regard sur la lampe.
2. L’utilisation des luminaires sans lentille ou blindage pose des risques. T ous blindages, lentilles ou
écrans ultraviolet visiblement endommagés au point que leur efficacité en est affectée doivent être
remplacés, par exemple s’il y a des fissures ou de profondes rayures.
AVERTISSEMENT:
DIRECTIVES POUR SE PROTÉGER CONTRE LES ACCIDENTS POUVANT ENTRAÎNER
DES BLESSURES
1. Les surfaces externes du luminaire deviennent brûlantes quand l’appareil est en marche. Pour
manœuvrer ou ajuster des appareils brûlants et leurs composants, se protéger suffisamment (gants,
protection pour les yeux, etc.).
2. La lampe du luminaire est brûlante lorqu’il est en marche. Débrancher le courant et attendre que la
lampe ait refroidi avant de la remplacer.
3. Les lampes à arc émettent des rayons ultraviolets pouvant causer de graves brûlures sur la peau et
une inflammation des yeux. De plus, les lampes à arc fonctionnent sous haute tension à de très
hautes températures. Si la lampe se casse, les particules de la lampe cassée peuvent causer
blessures et/ou incendie en s’éparpillant.
4. Se protéger les yeux pour remplacer la lampe.
5. Utiliser des appareils de protection appropriés (gants, protection des yeux) pour manier des lampes
endommagées.
6. Si la lampe a été touchée avec des mains nues, la nettoyer avec de l’alcool dénaturé et l’essuyer
avec un chiffon non-pelucheux avant d’installer ou de brancher le luminaire.
7. Si la lampe a été endommagée ou a reçu une déformation thermique, elle doit être remplacée.
AVERTISSEMENT:
INTERFÉRENCE RF
1. Cet appareil est de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, cet appareil peut causer des
interférences radio, et si c’est le cas, l’utilisateur peut avoir à prendre des mesures adéquates.
CONSIDÉRATIONS DES CARACTÉRISTIQUES DE LAMPES À ARC
1. Après une interruption de courant ou une baisse importante de voltage, les lampes à arc mettent du
temps avant de se rallumer. Dans certains cas, la lampe se rallumera automatiquemet après s’être
refroidie. Cela dépend de la manière dont le système est réglé pour le statut de mise en marche de
la lampe.
2. La position Brûler est Universelle.
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Aviso sobre Seguridad
Es muy importante leer TODA la in formación e instrucciones sobre seguridad que se indica en es te
manual así como en los documentos adjuntos antes de instalar y operar los productos descritos. Se
debe prestar atención a todos los avisos y advertencias durante la instalación y uso de este producto.
Los símbolos de seguridad usados en este manual son los siguientes:
CUIDADO, indica posibles daños al producto.
ADVERTENCIA, indica posibles lesiones o muerte a las personas.
LA INFORMACIÓN GENERAL RELACIONADA A LA PROTECCIÓN CONTRAGOLPES DE
CORRIENTE ELÉCTRICA, INCENDIO, EXPOSICIÓN EXCESIVA A RADIACIÓN ULTRA
VIOLETA Y LESIONES A LAS PERSONAS SE PUEDE ENCONTRAR SEGUIDAMENTE:
ADVERTENCIA:
INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA INCENDIO
1. Las luminarias VARI❋LITE® han sido diseñadas para ser usadas solamente con algunas
lámparas. T ome nota del tipo de lámpara (LED) antes de reemplazarla. Instalación de otro tipo de
lámpara puede ser peligroso.
2. Las luminarias se pueden instalar en cualquier tipo de superficie siempre que se sigan las
instrucciones de instalación. Vea las instrucciones detalladas en este manual.
3. Tome nota de los requerimientos de distancia de materiales combustibles u objetos iluminados
para las luminarias VARI❋LITE®.
FOREWORD
ADVERTENCIA:
INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO
1. Las luminarias VARI❋LITE® están diseñadas solamente para lugares secos. La exposición a la
lluvia o humedad pueden dañar la luminaria.
2. Desconecte la energía antes de dar servicio a cualquier equipo de VARI❋LITE®.
3. El servicio debe ser realizado solamente por personal calificado .
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ADVERTENCIA:
INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTINUA CONTRA LA EXPOSICIÓN
EXCESIVA DE RADIACIÓN ULTRA VIOLETA
1. Muchas luminarias VARI❋LITE® usan un tipo de lámpara que produce radiación UV. NO mire
directamente a la lámpara.
2. Es peligroso operar luminarias sin lentes o protectores. Debe cambiar los protectores, lentes o
pantallas ultravioletas si se aprecia que han sido dañadas, y que su efectividad pudiera estar
deteriorada. Por ejemplo, si tuvieran rajaduras o raspaduras profundas.
ADVERTENCIA:
INSTRUCCIONES PARA PROTECCIÓN CONTRA LESIONES DE PERSONAS
1. Las superficies exteriores de las luminarias están calientes durante su operación. Use un equipo de
seguridad apropiado (guantes, protección para los ojos, etc.) cuando haga ajustes en el equipo y
componentes que están calientes.
2. Cuando las luminarias están en operación la lámpara estará muy caliente. Desconecte la energía y
deje que la lámpara se enfríe antes de reemplazarla.
3. Las lámparas de arco emiten radiaciones ultravioletas que pueden ocasionar serias quemaduras a la
piel e inflamación a los ojos. Además, las lámparas de arco operan a alta presión y muy alta
temperatura. Si la lámpara se rompe, puede existir el peligro de lesiones al personal o un incendio
ocasionado por las partículas de la lámpara rota que se caen.
4. Use protección para los ojos cuando vuelve a colocar una lámpara nueva.
5. Use un equipo de seguridad apropiado (guantes, protección para los ojos, etc.) cuando trabaje con
lámparas dañadas.
6. Si toca la lámpara con las manos, limpie la lámpara con alcohol desnaturalizado y con tela sin
pelusas antes de instalar o volver a conectar la luminaria.
7. Cambie la lámpara si está dañada o deformada termicamente.
ADVERTENCIA:
INTERFERENCIA RF
1. Este es un producto de Clase A. En el ambiente de la casa este producto puede ocasionar
radiointerferencia, en cuyo caso, el usuario debe tomar las medidas adecuadas.
CONSIDERACIONES SOBRE LAS CARACTERÍSTICAS DE LA LÁMPARA DE ARCO
1. Las lámparas de arco requieren un período de tiempo para volver a iluminarse después de una
interrupción de energía o de una severa caída de voltaje. En algunos casos, la lámpara se volverá a
iluminar en forma automática después que se ha enfriado dependiendo de la configuración del
sistema de energía de la lámpara.
2. La posición de encendido es universal.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
About This Manual ................................................................................................................... 1
Additional Documentation........................................................................................................ 1
Text Conventions ...................................................................................................................... 2
Customer Service...................................................................................................................... 2
Chapter 1. Description
Features
Standard Features.................................................................. ..... .... ........................................... 4
Components
Included Items.................................................................................................. ..... .... ................ 5
Replacement Items/Accessories................................................................................................ 5
Luminaire Overview...................................................................... ..... .... .................................. 6
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 2. Installation
Power and Data Cabling Requirements
AC Power................................................................................................................................ 10
Current vs. Voltage............................................................................................................ 11
Data Cables.................................................................. ........................................................... 12
Recommended Cable Types/Manufacturers...................................................................... 13
Male Termination Connector ............................................................................................ 13
Installation Procedures
Hanging the Luminaire ........................................................................................................... 14
Floor Mounting the Luminaire................................................................................................ 17
Connecting Data and Power.................................................................................................... 17
Powering Up
Power Up and Configuration Procedure................................................................................. 18
Addressing
Program Starting Address....................................................................................................... 19
Chapter 3. Operation
DMX Operation
Channel Mapping.................................................................................................................... 22
Control Channel Functions..................................................................................................... 24
DMX Mapping
Color & Intensity Control....................................................................................................... 25
Color Mixing..................................................................................................................... 25
LED Intensity Control....................................................................................................... 26
Color Time Control ........................................................................................................... 26
Beam Control...................................................................................................................... .... 27
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Strobe................................................................................................................................. 27
Beam Spreader................................................................................................................... 27
Focus Time........................................................................................................................ 27
Beam Time ........................................................................................................................ 27
Luminaire Movement.............................................................................................................. 28
Luminaire Pan .................................................................................................................. . 28
Luminaire Tilt...................................................................... .... .......................................... 28
Luminaire Timing
Timing Channel Information............................... .................................................................... 29
Updating Software
USB Download and Programming ......................................................................................... 38
Transferring Software From Luminaire to Luminaire ............................................................ 39
Chapter 4. Menu System
Menu Operation
What Is the Menu System? ..................................................................................................... 42
Controls Operation............................................................ .... .................................................. 42
Default State...................................................................................................................... 44
Menu Functions
Menu System Overview.......................................................................................................... 45
Menu System Function Chart ...................................... ..... ...................................................... 46
Menu Function Definitions..................................................................................................... 48
Appendix A. Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Error Messages........................................................................................................................ 52
Troubleshooting Guide............................................................................................................ 53
Routine Maintenance
Introduction............................................................................................................................. 54
Special Cleaning and Care Instructions.................................................................................. 54
Front Lens Removal and Cleaning.......................................................................................... 55
Beam Spreader Removal for Fixed Beam Applications......................................................... 59
Appendix B. Technical Specifications
VLX™ Wash Luminaire................................................... .... .................................................. 63
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Introduction
About This Manual
This manual provides necessary information regarding safety, installation, operation and routine
maintenance for the VARI❋LITE® VLX™ Wash Luminaire. Familiarizing yourself with this
information will help you to get the most out of your luminaire.
WARNING: It is important to read ALL accompanying safety and installation instructions to avoid
damage to the product and potential injury to yourself or others.
This manual covers the following models:
VLX™ Wash Luminaire 20.9690.0001 Seven x 90W RGBW LEDs
VLX™ Wash Luminaire, White 20.9690.0001.02 Seven x 90W RGBW LEDs
INTRODUCTION : ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Model Part Number Source
Additional Documentation
A service manual, for Authorized VARI❋LITE® Service Centers and technicians, of the VLX™
Wash Luminaire is available in electronic (PDF) format:
• VLX™ Wash Luminaire Service Manual (02.9690.0010)
- Testing, Troubleshooting, Component Replacement and Illustrated Parts Breakdown.
Note: Performing maintenance procedures may void the product warranty. Refer to the Vari-Lite
Limited Warranty card included in the product shipping package for more information.
Note: The VLX™ Wash Luminaire requires very little routine maintenance, but has special cleaning
instructions unlike other fixtures. Please refer to “Special Cleaning and Care Instructions” on page 54
for complete cleaning and handling requirements.
For more information regarding DMX512 systems, refer to the following document available from
United States Institute for Theatre Technology, Inc. (USITT):
• Digital Data Transmission Standard for Dimmers & Controllers plus AMX 192 Analog Multiplex
Data Transmission Standard for Dimmers & Controllers. (A copy of Recommended Practice for
DMX512 is included.)
USITT Inc.
6443 Ridings Road
Syracuse, New York 13206 -1111 USA
Tel: (800) 938-7488 Fax: (866) 398-7488 / www.usitt.org
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Text Conventions
The following styles and meanings are used throughout this manual:
Style Meaning
[Button] Front panel button. Example: Press [Enter] or [ESC]
(Escape).
[Up] / [Down] / [Left] / [Right]
Arrows
MENU LCD Menu Display read-out. Example: Press [Up] / [Down]
Press either [Up] or [Down] or [Left] or [Right] arrow
button at Menu Display.
/ [Left] / [Right] arrows until LAMP appears.
Customer Service
Our Goal
At Vari-Lite, we are committed to providing you the highest quality in customer service. Our
comprehensive resources are available to help your business succeed and ensure you get the full
benefit of being a Vari-Lite customer. Whether your needs are telephone troubleshooting assistance,
product training or technical service, our full-time staff of experienced professionals are on-hand to
provide support.
How to Reach Us
For assistance in your area, call the dealer from which your product was purchased. or Contact an
Authorized VARI❋LITE® Service Center or Contact the Vari-Lite Customer Service Department,
9am - 6pm CST Monday through Friday, at the following:
phone: 1-877-VARI-LITE (1-877-827-4548) or +1-214-647-7880
email: customerservice@genlytecontrols.com
Additional Resources
For additional resources and documentation, please visit our website at www.vari-lite.com and follow
the Support link.
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CHAPTER 1.
Description
This chapter contains descriptions of luminaire features and components, along with a list of
accessories that are available.
• Features
• Components
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Features
Standard Features
All VLX™ Wash Luminaires have the following standard features:
• Seven, 90-watt RGBW CBM380 LED chipsets.* Each chip set contains high density red, green,
blue, and white LED emitters.
• Manufacturer rated life (LED chip sets), in excess of 50,000 hours (L10-70%).
• Light output exceeds 10,000 lumens.
• Patented optical zoom system with continuous variable field angle from approximately 23
• Zoom module is easily removable for a fixed field angle of 22
o
.
o
to 60
• High-speed strobe with multi user-selectable effects.
• Smooth pan and tilt operation through time-controlled continuous motion by way of a pair of
three-phase stepper motor systems.
•540
o
Pan and 270o Tilt with 0.3o resolution.
* = CBM-380 LED chip set by Luminus Devices, Inc.
o
.
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Components
Included Items
The following illustration shows all items included with the luminaire:
Included Items
Unpack & Quick
Start Sheet
Warranty Card Product Registration Card
TM
Wash Luminaire
VLX
CD ROM (User’s Manual)
Neutrik PowerCon®
AC Input Connector*
DESCRIPTION : COMPONENTS
1
Vari-Lite Customer Service
Product Support Sheet
Vari-Lite QA Certificate
*Unit supplied with AC input connector only. Users will need
to supply and build an AC input cable using this connector.
Mounting Brackets
TM
VLX
Wash Luminaire
Figure 1-1: VLX™ Wash Luminaire Packing List
Replacement Items/Accessories
The following optional and/or replacement items can be ordered directly from your Authorized
VARI ❋LITE® Dealer. (Please order by Vari-Lite part number.)
Vari-Lite P/N Accessory
22.9620.0194 Safety Cable Assembly
23.9623.0177 XLR DMX Terminator
28.8500.0054 USB Luminaire Programming Kit (Includes USB Upload Cable,
Programming Kit CD ROM, Carry Bag, and Instructions)*
55.6840.0001 Truss Hook, Mega-Clamp, Round and Square
55.6841.0001 Truss Hook, Mega-Claw for 2” Round Tube
Note: * For more information on the USB Luminaire Programming Kit, please see “USB Download
and Programming” on page 38.
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Luminaire Overview
The following illustration shows the external luminaire components and controls.
Head Assembly
Houses light source
lens assemblies.
Front Lens Assembly
Upper Enclosure Assembly
Houses power supply, ballast,
connections, and menu display.
Pan & Tilt Lock Operation
Backcap Assembly
Provides access to light
source and assemblies.
Yoke Assembly
Houses Master Control
Board (MCB).
Menu Display
Used to input manual commands,
program, test, set defaults, and
access internal status information.
(See detail below)
Lock Engage
To lock pan or tilt (restrict movement).
The VLX™ Wash Luminaire has
separate Pan and Tilt locks. When the
luminaire is in use, both the Pan and Tilt
locks must be disengaged to allow free
movement of the luminaire head and
yoke assemblies.
Lock Disengage
To unlock pan or tilt (allow free movement).
Figure 1-2: VLX™ Wash Luminaire External Components and Controls
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Luminaire Overview (continued)
Upper Enclosure Menu
LCD Display
Displays all Data and Luminaire Settings
DESCRIPTION : COMPONENTS
1
Status LEDs
Power State, Data
Transmit, Data
Receive, Data Error
POWER
TX
ENTER
Enter Button
To Select or Change a
Setting or Data Value
Upper Enclosure Connections
DMX Input
Connection to DMX Controls
RX
ERROR
ESC
Escape (ESC)
To Exit or Go to Previous Menu Item
Arrow Keys (Left/Right/Up/Down)
To Menu Navigate Menu Options and make Data
Selections
DMX Through
Passes DMX to Other Luminaires
Figure 1-3: VLX™ Wash Luminaire External Components and Controls
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AC Power Input
100 - 240VAC 50/60Hz
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Notes
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CHAPTER 2.
Installation
This chapter contains instructions for installation of the luminaire. It includes connectin g power
and data, along with instructions for powering up the luminaire for the first time and addressing
it within your system.
• Power and Data Cabling Requirements
• Installation Procedures
• Powering Up
• Addressing
WARNING: DO NOT connect or disconnect energized power cable at fixture (under load). Turn
off circuit breaker (or completely de-energize circuit) before connecting or disconnecting power
cable at fixture. Power is only removed from the fixture by disconnecting power cable from
source or turning off source circuit breaker.
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